Dearest Adelaide Jane,
You are already six months into your teenage years and I feel like they’re flying by. Looking back at pictures of you from only two years ago and you’ve grown into such a beautiful young woman. No longer a baby face. Although sometimes if I catch you in the right moment, I can still see a sweet little girl who loves her mama.
You are officially into your last trimester of seventh grade. SHMS has been such a wonderful fresh start for you. You love science as well as individual societies. Mrs. Farley has awakened a joy of learning and growing in you. However, all of your teachers are adored by you, and that is such a gift.
You aged up to the 13 and 14 swim group. Now at the bottom of your age group by being the 13-year-old, you are still holding your own and many of your races. You were fortunate enough to make the Midstates Team swimming on two relays. You’ve loved cheering on your teammates & hanging out with the girls. You have made 11 State cuts~ Even three in breaststroke! I am so proud of your hard work and dedication to the new sport… Especially in the strokes that we’re not your strongest suit. And I have to point out here that you swam the 200 fly before many of the girls and boys have been swimming their entire lives!
Recently, you had a baby mouse that you discovered in your closet. Most girls would have freaked out, But you simply came downstairs to grab the broom in hopes that you could see the baby mouse outside for it to run free. This of course did not happen, but I was impressed by your calm nature, as well as your love for a little animal.
You continue to grow into your own… Always being an individual and always finding compassion for those who deserve it. As I reflect back on my own use, I am always so mesmerized at how you will stand up for other people when you know they are being wronged. This is something I didn’t know how to navigate until much older. I realize that this often may make people dislike you or disgruntled some parents who think you might be harsh to their children. Don’t ever stop standing up for what’s right and calling people out on their bullshit. You are not perfect nor am I. No one is. And our delivery is not always the best… But I will always be proud of you for never backing down for what’s right!
I love you!
Love,
Mom
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